For all those who are looking for the most up to date wind forecasts, check out the updated version of PredictWind. They have enhanced their “Streamlines” graphics to allow you to literally watch the forecast wind over the day to see any expected squalls, lulls, etc. You can view a video that explains the new technology HERE.
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Big Boat Report
Written by Chris BowingFour boats reached the starting area on a beautiful sunny first day of spring. Sincere thanks to David Devlin for giving us a boat start and taking lots of photos.In a dying NW zephyr, Corinna made the best of the start at the Clark Island pole, with Sanity and G-Force downwind at the boat end. Smitten, crewed mostly by small children, missed the start and elected to go cruising. But the speed of the larger boats soon saw Sanity in the lead with G-Force second at Point Piper. Sanity continued to pull ahead but Corinna made the best of the wind shift to NE and was still right on G-Force’s stern at Bradleys.On the work to Sow and Pigs, Sanity danced away and G-Force found good speed to pull a big gap on Corinna. On the run home nobody flew spinnakers – G-Force for crew reasons, Corinna for medical reasons – but G-Force made remarkable ground to finish within 2 minutes of Sanity. Corinna limped in much later.A pleasant gathering on the deck finished a sunny,
Last Chance to Order Discounted Sails
This is it… the LAST CHANCE for you to get a discounted new sail. We have now reached the required minimum and will definitely be proceeding with the order. All orders must be placed by Saturday, September 7 at 9pm. Here are the details for the offer: 4.7 = $759 (15% discount off RRP)Radial Hyde = $759 (15% discount off RRP)Standard MkII North = $979 (13% discount off RRP)Standard MkII Pryde = $979 (13% discount of RRP)Includes sail numbers supplied and fitted ($40 discount if you DON’T want sail numbers)Country letters will be fitted upon request for an additional $30Delivery will occur in late SeptemberIf you are interested, please make payment to DBSC’s bank account – 062000 16143109. Please put your name and mobile number in the EFT details. Also, you MUST FILL OUT THE SAIL INFORMATION FORM HERE. We’ll use this info to have the sails made.
Boat Repair Day Rescheduled
Boat Repair Day was postponed due to Father’s Day. We did advise the postponement to those who RSVPed for the event and apologise to others who turned up to the club expecting it to be happening on Sunday morning. We’ve rescheduled Boat Repair day for this Saturday at 9am. (Just in time for the first day of the season.) If you want to attend the morning you must RSVP to Craig Sheers HERE and please let him know what needs repairing!
Shipwrecked at Season Opening Dinner
Being shipwrecked was never so much fun. Last Friday the Royal Prince Edward Yacht Club was transformed into Gilligan’s Island for the third annual Season Opening Sailors’ and Volunteers’ Dinner. Attended by over 30 well-dressed members who enjoyed flowing drinks and a delicious meal, the night was a huge success. Thanks to Clare Alexander and Peter Collie for organizing the fun and games for the evening, which included sailing themed charades and a photo booth fit for The Skipper, Gilligan and their mates.
There were heaps of great Gilligan’s Island themed outfits, from the obscure (Andrew, wasn’t that volleyball from Cast Away?) to the stunning (who was that glamorous Ginger who greeted us?). Coming out on top to win best dressed were Vic Whitby as a stunning Mrs. ‘Luvvy’ Howle and Kirk Marcolina as a bumbling Gilligan (can anyone say
Masters Head to Netherlands
Some of our Master Sailors have jetted to Port Zélande, Netherlands to compete in the 2019 ILCA Laser Masters World Championships. Rod Barnes, Brett Beyer, Ashley Deacon, Pat Levy, and Martin White will be among the hundreds of participants competing from 5 – 14 of September. We wish our DBSC mates the best of luck. You can follow all the action HERE.
Season Set to Open
Spring has finally sprung and the turning of the calendar brings the start of a great new season of racing at DBSC. The competition begins this Saturday with heats 1 and 2 of the Club Championship – there will be a briefing at 1pm and a 2pm race start, and to cap off the day there will be a post-race BBQ on the patio. It’s set to be a great day. (Please note there will be NO Learn to Race on Saturday due to the Masters Worlds.)This season there will be more competition than ever with several new members joining our ranks. Please welcome all the new faces when you see them down at the club. Here’s to a great season of racing and camaraderie!
Coming Up…
Sunday, 7 September, 9am – Boat Repair Day. Saturday, 7 September, 2pm Start – Season Opening and Club Championships Heats 1 & 2. BBQ on the Deck following racing. Saturday 28 & Sunday 29 September – DBSC Women’s Laser Regatta.
CPR Trainer Needed
We’re looking for someone who is qualified and willing to lead a training session on first aid and CPR / AED for our competency training course on 26 Oct. A manikin and training AED will be available.Please email Andrew Cox HERE if you or someone you know can volunteer for this job.
Get Coached by Brett
Looking to sail faster this season? Sign up to be part of Brett Beyer’s Spring Program. We already have we have 14 members set to be coached by Brett and we’d like 6 more members to join. Find out more and reserve your space HERE. Dates are 21 Sep, 19 Oct, 26 Oct, 2 Nov, 16 Nov, 30 Nov, 7 Dec.; cost is $630 for “A” and $315 for “B” (plus merchant fees).